2006 Dodge Durango vs. 1996 Honda CRX
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CRX would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1996 Honda CRX. (158 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1229 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda CRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Durango (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 1996 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Durango | CRX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2380 mm |
